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The effects of high-preference problems on the completion of nonpreferred mathematics problems
David L Lee1, Brooke Lylo, Brooks Vostal
1Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania 16802, USA. davidlee@psu.edu
Abstract:
Failure to initiate and remain engaged in academic tasks can have long-lasting effects for students. In this study, we investigated the effects of high-preference sequences on both digits correct per minute and latency to initiate nonpreferred mathematics problems for 3 students with emotional and behavioral disorders. We found that high-preference sequences had negligible positive effects on rate of problem completion but had larger effects on problem initiation. This study replicates and extends prior work on the effects of high-preference sequences on mathematics problem initiation and completion.
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